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Perfect for group training
Acredited and HSE compliant
Valid for 5 Years
On site - Customer location
Course overview
Our Side Loader Training course is tailored to equip your team with the skills and knowledge necessary to safely and effectively operate a side loader. Ideal for handling long and bulky loads, side loaders are critical in industries like timber, steel, and construction. Whether your team members are new to using side loaders or need to refresh their skills, this course provides a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical experience to ensure safety and competence.
Training is delivered on-site at your location, allowing your employees to practice in the environment where they’ll be operating.
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Course objectives
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Understand workplace hazards
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Learn the operator's safety code
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Watch safety demonstrations
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Test your knowledge
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Get familiar with the forklift you'll be operating
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Perform daily safety checks
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Refueling procedure
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Master the forklift’s controls and instruments
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Assess weight limits and stability
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Start, stop, and move the truck
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Practice manoeuvring
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Handle hydraulic controls
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Learn how to handle loaded and empty pallets s
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Stack and de-stack loads at different heights.
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Follow proper loading and unloading procedures
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Demonstrate your skills with a practical operating test.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. Why do we train?
Forklift training is a legal requirement under the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER) 1998, which mandates that only adequately trained personnel operate work equipment safely. Additionally, the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 (HSAWA) places a duty on employers to ensure the health, safety, and welfare of employees, including providing proper training to minimize risks in the workplace.
2. What do we need to provide for on-site training?
You will need to provide the forklift, some empty pallets for practicing and a classroom space for the theory side of the training.
3. How often we need to undertake refreshers?
At least every 3-5 years or sooner if you had an accident.